The Sweet Spot - Golf Podcast

How can big data actually help you shoot lower scores? In this episode, Jon and Adam are joined by Fabrice Mowbray—a data scientist and golf enthusiast—to explore how the same principles used in predictive clinical modeling can be applied to golf improvement. They dig into what big data really means, why small data can be misleading, and how golfers can use their own stats to make smarter decisions. You’ll learn how to spot the signal through the noise and avoid some of the most common pitfalls in stat tracking. Whether you love geeking out on numbers or just want to know what’s worth tracking, this one’s packed with actionable insights.

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Renowned putting coach Ralph Bauer shares insights on how to read greens more effectively using his Tour Read system. In this episode, we cover:

Common green reading mistakes

Why your read quality can affect your stroke

How to use your eyes properly

and much more

Thank you to our show sponsors, Shot Pattern and Rhoback Shot Pattern is the golf GPS and stats app that puts strategy at the forefront. The app is built to help you learn, see, and understand your shot dispersion to pick smarter targets based on your data and shoot lower scores. New users get 20% off by visiting https://shotpattern.app/sweetspot • Experience the unmatched comfort and versatility of Rhoback (pronounced ROW-back) Activewear, perfect for the golf course to everyday life. From polos with the best collars in the game to incredibly soft Q-zips for early morning rounds and hoodies so comfortable you'll never want to take them off, Rhoback delivers performance without sacrificing style. Use code SWEET20 for 20% off your first purchase at rhoback.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Adam's book, The Practice Manual, celebrates its 10th anniversary and 100k copies sold mark! In this episode, we discuss the evolution of golf instruction, the importance of understanding impact laws, and the distinction between macro and micro techniques in improving golf performance.

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In this episode, we revisit how to align yourself to your target. There's a ton of nuance to explore and no right answers for every golfer!

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Julie Elion is one of the most successful mental coaches in golf. She has worked with athletes who have won over $500m in career earnings, 150 PGA Tour wins, and 25 Major Championship wins over the course of her 25-year career. Many of you know her from her appearance on the Netflix show Full Swing.

Julie shares her insights on the evolution of mental health in golf, the distinction between therapy and performance coaching, and the importance of setting mental goals for athletes. She also discusses her unique approach to mental coaching, emphasizing the need for accountability and integrating life experiences into performance. The conversation also touches on the role of negativity, emotional expression, mindfulness in golf, and practical tools like gratitude journaling to help players recenter and improve their mental game.

Thank you to our show sponsors, Shot Pattern and Rhoback Shot Pattern is the golf GPS and stats app that puts strategy at the forefront. The app is built to help you learn, see, and understand your shot dispersion to pick smarter targets based on your data and shoot lower scores. New users get 20% off by visiting https://shotpattern.app/sweetspot • Experience the unmatched comfort and versatility of Rhoback (pronounced ROW-back) Activewear, perfect for the golf course to everyday life. From polos with the best collars in the game to incredibly soft Q-zips for early morning rounds and hoodies so comfortable you'll never want to take them off, Rhoback delivers performance without sacrificing style. Use code SWEET20 for 20% off your first purchase at rhoback.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices